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61059 Nora, IL — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Nora, IL (61059)

Government agency data shows 26 natural disaster events for ZIP 61059 in Nora, IL. These include 9 hailstorms, 6 severe wind events, and 4 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $6M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 1 injury.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 9 recorded incidents (35% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $3K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Feb 8, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

Nora has experienced 6 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $231K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 15, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

Nora has experienced 4 blizzards on record. Winter storm events have caused a combined $18K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Mar 5, 2006.

🌊 Floods

Nora has experienced 4 floods on record. Of these, 4 (100%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $2.7M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 22, 2017.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Nora has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $2.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Aug 16, 1987.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Nora has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Cold-related events have caused a combined $264K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on May 3, 2005.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Nora was EF3 Tornado on Apr 16, 1967, which caused $2.5M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Jul 22, 2010), causing $1M in damages. Flood on May 20, 2003 also caused significant damage ($1M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Nora, IL (61059)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 61059 has experienced 26 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (9 events), severe wind events (6 events), blizzards (4 events), floods (4 events), tornadoes (2 events), and extreme cold event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 35% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 61059?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Nora, IL, with 9 events documented. These events have caused a combined $3K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 61059 (Nora) prone to flooding?

Yes, Nora (ZIP 61059) has 4 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $2.7M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 22, 2017.

Has Nora (61059) ever been hit by a tornado?

Nora has 2 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 4/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $2.8M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Aug 16, 1987.

What was the worst natural disaster in Nora, IL?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 61059 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on Apr 16, 1967. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 61059?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $6M in property damage in the Nora, IL area (ZIP 61059). This figure is based on historical records from FEMA, NOAA Storm Events Database, and USGS, and covers events from the 1950s through the present. Actual damages may be higher, as not all events have complete damage assessments.

Data sourced from FEMA (disaster declarations, NFIP flood claims), NOAA Storm Events Database, USGS Earthquake Hazards Program, and NIFC wildfire records. Historical coverage varies by source, with most records beginning in the 1950s–1970s. Full methodology →

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